Super Syd
New York City, New York | Film Short
Action, Family
When her older sister Sloane spends her last moments before college with her boyfriend, 10-year-old Sydney transforms into “Super Syd” and embarks on a heroic mission to reclaim their bond. Your support brings her magical, adventurous world to life with heart, humor, and fun for all ages!
Super Syd
New York City, New York | Film Short
Action, Family
1 Campaigns | New York, United States
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When her older sister Sloane spends her last moments before college with her boyfriend, 10-year-old Sydney transforms into “Super Syd” and embarks on a heroic mission to reclaim their bond. Your support brings her magical, adventurous world to life with heart, humor, and fun for all ages!
About The Project
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The story opens with 10-year-old Sydney crafting the ultimate movie-night surprise for her older sister, Sloane, who is distracted upstairs packing for college with her boyfriend Josh- aka “the troll,” in Syd’s eyes.
When Sloane bails on movie night to go to Josh’s house, Syd refuses to let their tradition fall apart. She transforms into Super Syd, sneaks out, and scooters all the way to Josh’s place… only to arrive too late. Sloane has already hurried home after realizing Syd is missing.
Back at the house, Syd storms to her room, heartbroken. Sloane follows, this time donning her own forgotten cape, and the sisters finally have the honest heart-to-heart they’ve been avoiding. Syd admits she’s scared of Sloane leaving for college; Sloane reveals she’s scared too.
The film ends with the two reunited, capes on, sharing their long-awaited movie night, side by side.
My Supers!
These are my own super sisters!
Like Sloane, I have younger sisters. Sailor and Kennedy are 13 and 14 and live back home in Texas. When I first moved to NYC, they were still in elementary school, and now they're on the brink of high school. Every time I go home, I’m struck by how much they’ve grown. It often feels like I’m missing pieces of their childhood. And yet, no matter how much time passes, they will always be my little sisters, and I hold both our childhood memories and the ones still to come close to my heart.
Like Sydney, I also have an older sister. My sister Sasha is my best friend, and I can’t imagine growing up alongside anyone else. Recently, she moved to Malaysia for graduate school, and I have never been farther away from her. While I missed her deeply over the holidays, our relationship hasn’t faltered. We stay connected through FaceTime debriefs and an endless exchange of Instagram Reels.
My sisters are the reason Super Syd exists, and I can’t wait to celebrate and represent our sisterhood on the big screen.
Our Previs!
Attached is a pre-visualized scene we shot as both a reference and a sneak peek of the action to come. Grab some popcorn and enjoy!
These four films serve as key inspirations for Super Syd, each influencing a different layer of the story.
Bridge to Terabithia: Encapsulates how children use imagination as an emotional coping mechanism when navigating change.
Ramona and Beezus: A perfect, heartfelt representation of sisterhood. Butting heads is normal, but your sister has your back. Always.
Luca: Explores the fear of losing those closest to you, but learning that distance doesn't diminish love or friendship.
Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World: The epic battles, playful camera moves, and bold characters inspire our visual language.
Themes!
Characters!
AKA the troll.
Visual Style!
We want Super Syd to represent the joy and excitement of childhood with beautiful bright colors and playful camera movement that reflect the imaginative mind of a child. Think fast whips and zooms during the exciting moments of Syd's adventure. When Syd & Sloane have their heart-to-heart, the camera will slow down. Think light push-ins and level shots representing the sweetness of the moment.
How We Plan On Using Our Funds:
Our total crowdfunding goal is $10,000 by March 4th! No matter how big or small, every contribution matters in helping us get closer to our goal and towards making this production a reality!
We aim to begin principal photography in Mid April 2026. This campaign helps bridge our Pre-Production and Production stages, allowing all our hard work to come to fruition with your help! Any contribution helps bring us closer to the finish line!
Support of any kind is welcome, and a single follow, like, share, or pledge makes a huge difference for us! Please follow us @supersydfilm on Instagram and TikTok to connect and join us on our journey of production!
And see you at the festivals ;)🤞🙏🦸♀️💗
-Skylar Park & The Super Syd Team
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Production Design & Super Syd's Super Wardrobe
Costs $750
Help turn our location into Super Syd’s magical world! Your support funds props, decor, and superhero capes that bring it to life!
Transportation
Costs $1,000
Help us rent vehicles to transport our equipment, crew, and cast from the Big Apple to our shooting location!
Catering & Crafty
Costs $2,750
Help us keep our cast and crew more than satisfied with delicious snacks, beverages, and set meals!
Location Rental
Costs $2,500
Help us secure our primary filming location: a New Jersey Airbnb!
Extra Extra
Costs $1,000
Help us cover all remaining costs from extra equipment rentals, post color & sound, and even Syd's iconic pink scooter!
Camera + G&E Equipment
Costs $1,100
Help us rent extra equipment to make our story as effectively cinematic as possible!
Festival Entrance Fees
Costs $500
Help us cover the admittance costs for film festivals! Let's get Super Syd in as many as possible!
Post Production Costs
Costs $400
Help us cover any remaining costs to better our film post filming. Boost our sound, color, and special effects.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
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About This Team
Director: Skylar Park
Skylar Park is a senior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a BFA in Film & Television with a minor in the Business of Entertainment, Media & Technology. She has a strong passion for screenwriting and has worked across sets as director, producer, and assistant director. Additionally, she has interned at Washington Square Films.
Skylar is drawn to a wide range of genres, especially stories that explore the human experience with heart and authenticity. She is excited to bring Super Syd to life with heart, imagination, and joy.
Producer: Drew Waller
Drew Waller is a New York based writer, director, producer, cinematographer and composer, currently studying at NYU Tisch School of the Arts to pursue a BFA in Film & Television Production.
As an absolute fan of all things superhero and heartfelt, meaningful storytelling, he’s thrilled to help bring Super Syd to life this Spring as the film's Producer!
Director of Photography: Julian Schnitt
Julian Schnitt is a junior at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a BFA in Film & Television Production. With a passion for cinematography, Julian has served as director of photography on multiple films while studying at NYU.
Having collaborated with Skylar before, he is thrilled to help bring her vision to life in a way that feels magical, heartfelt, and cinematic on the big screen.
Casting Director: Audrey Hochman
Audrey Hochman is a senior at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a BFA in Drama with a minor in the Business of Media and Entertainment. This past summer, she interned at Luber Roklin Entertainment and has since worked as a freelance casting assistant on theatrical projects with New York Theatre Workshop.
Originally from Davidson, North Carolina, Audrey grew up with a deep love for the arts and is excited to bring that lifelong passion to Super Syd!
Production Designer: Cassidy Chen
Cassidy Chen was born in Santa Monica, California. She’s a writer, director, and production designer whose film Astray was a semifinalist at The Dumbo Film Festival, and her production design work premiered at The Downtown Festival. She’s a senior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts studying film and minoring in philosophy.
Costume Designer: Lola Somera
Lola Somera is a senior Textiles & Apparel major at the University of Texas with a focus in design, using storytelling as a foundation for her design approach. With over a decade of experience designing her own clothes, her work reflects both craftsmanship and personal narrative.
Current Team
Incentives
- The Story
- Wishlist
- Updates
- The Team
- Community
Mission Statement
The Story
The story opens with 10-year-old Sydney crafting the ultimate movie-night surprise for her older sister, Sloane, who is distracted upstairs packing for college with her boyfriend Josh- aka “the troll,” in Syd’s eyes.
When Sloane bails on movie night to go to Josh’s house, Syd refuses to let their tradition fall apart. She transforms into Super Syd, sneaks out, and scooters all the way to Josh’s place… only to arrive too late. Sloane has already hurried home after realizing Syd is missing.
Back at the house, Syd storms to her room, heartbroken. Sloane follows, this time donning her own forgotten cape, and the sisters finally have the honest heart-to-heart they’ve been avoiding. Syd admits she’s scared of Sloane leaving for college; Sloane reveals she’s scared too.
The film ends with the two reunited, capes on, sharing their long-awaited movie night, side by side.
My Supers!
These are my own super sisters!
Like Sloane, I have younger sisters. Sailor and Kennedy are 13 and 14 and live back home in Texas. When I first moved to NYC, they were still in elementary school, and now they're on the brink of high school. Every time I go home, I’m struck by how much they’ve grown. It often feels like I’m missing pieces of their childhood. And yet, no matter how much time passes, they will always be my little sisters, and I hold both our childhood memories and the ones still to come close to my heart.
Like Sydney, I also have an older sister. My sister Sasha is my best friend, and I can’t imagine growing up alongside anyone else. Recently, she moved to Malaysia for graduate school, and I have never been farther away from her. While I missed her deeply over the holidays, our relationship hasn’t faltered. We stay connected through FaceTime debriefs and an endless exchange of Instagram Reels.
My sisters are the reason Super Syd exists, and I can’t wait to celebrate and represent our sisterhood on the big screen.
Our Previs!
Attached is a pre-visualized scene we shot as both a reference and a sneak peek of the action to come. Grab some popcorn and enjoy!
These four films serve as key inspirations for Super Syd, each influencing a different layer of the story.
Bridge to Terabithia: Encapsulates how children use imagination as an emotional coping mechanism when navigating change.
Ramona and Beezus: A perfect, heartfelt representation of sisterhood. Butting heads is normal, but your sister has your back. Always.
Luca: Explores the fear of losing those closest to you, but learning that distance doesn't diminish love or friendship.
Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World: The epic battles, playful camera moves, and bold characters inspire our visual language.
Themes!
Characters!
AKA the troll.
Visual Style!
We want Super Syd to represent the joy and excitement of childhood with beautiful bright colors and playful camera movement that reflect the imaginative mind of a child. Think fast whips and zooms during the exciting moments of Syd's adventure. When Syd & Sloane have their heart-to-heart, the camera will slow down. Think light push-ins and level shots representing the sweetness of the moment.
How We Plan On Using Our Funds:
Our total crowdfunding goal is $10,000 by March 4th! No matter how big or small, every contribution matters in helping us get closer to our goal and towards making this production a reality!
We aim to begin principal photography in Mid April 2026. This campaign helps bridge our Pre-Production and Production stages, allowing all our hard work to come to fruition with your help! Any contribution helps bring us closer to the finish line!
Support of any kind is welcome, and a single follow, like, share, or pledge makes a huge difference for us! Please follow us @supersydfilm on Instagram and TikTok to connect and join us on our journey of production!
And see you at the festivals ;)🤞🙏🦸♀️💗
-Skylar Park & The Super Syd Team
Wishlist
Use the WishList to Pledge cash and Loan items - or - Make a pledge by selecting an Incentive directly.
Production Design & Super Syd's Super Wardrobe
Costs $750
Help turn our location into Super Syd’s magical world! Your support funds props, decor, and superhero capes that bring it to life!
Transportation
Costs $1,000
Help us rent vehicles to transport our equipment, crew, and cast from the Big Apple to our shooting location!
Catering & Crafty
Costs $2,750
Help us keep our cast and crew more than satisfied with delicious snacks, beverages, and set meals!
Location Rental
Costs $2,500
Help us secure our primary filming location: a New Jersey Airbnb!
Extra Extra
Costs $1,000
Help us cover all remaining costs from extra equipment rentals, post color & sound, and even Syd's iconic pink scooter!
Camera + G&E Equipment
Costs $1,100
Help us rent extra equipment to make our story as effectively cinematic as possible!
Festival Entrance Fees
Costs $500
Help us cover the admittance costs for film festivals! Let's get Super Syd in as many as possible!
Post Production Costs
Costs $400
Help us cover any remaining costs to better our film post filming. Boost our sound, color, and special effects.
Cash Pledge
Costs $0
Direct link:
Share this update!
About This Team
Director: Skylar Park
Skylar Park is a senior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a BFA in Film & Television with a minor in the Business of Entertainment, Media & Technology. She has a strong passion for screenwriting and has worked across sets as director, producer, and assistant director. Additionally, she has interned at Washington Square Films.
Skylar is drawn to a wide range of genres, especially stories that explore the human experience with heart and authenticity. She is excited to bring Super Syd to life with heart, imagination, and joy.
Producer: Drew Waller
Drew Waller is a New York based writer, director, producer, cinematographer and composer, currently studying at NYU Tisch School of the Arts to pursue a BFA in Film & Television Production.
As an absolute fan of all things superhero and heartfelt, meaningful storytelling, he’s thrilled to help bring Super Syd to life this Spring as the film's Producer!
Director of Photography: Julian Schnitt
Julian Schnitt is a junior at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a BFA in Film & Television Production. With a passion for cinematography, Julian has served as director of photography on multiple films while studying at NYU.
Having collaborated with Skylar before, he is thrilled to help bring her vision to life in a way that feels magical, heartfelt, and cinematic on the big screen.
Casting Director: Audrey Hochman
Audrey Hochman is a senior at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, pursuing a BFA in Drama with a minor in the Business of Media and Entertainment. This past summer, she interned at Luber Roklin Entertainment and has since worked as a freelance casting assistant on theatrical projects with New York Theatre Workshop.
Originally from Davidson, North Carolina, Audrey grew up with a deep love for the arts and is excited to bring that lifelong passion to Super Syd!
Production Designer: Cassidy Chen
Cassidy Chen was born in Santa Monica, California. She’s a writer, director, and production designer whose film Astray was a semifinalist at The Dumbo Film Festival, and her production design work premiered at The Downtown Festival. She’s a senior at NYU Tisch School of the Arts studying film and minoring in philosophy.
Costume Designer: Lola Somera
Lola Somera is a senior Textiles & Apparel major at the University of Texas with a focus in design, using storytelling as a foundation for her design approach. With over a decade of experience designing her own clothes, her work reflects both craftsmanship and personal narrative.